Signal and Lighting Estimator

Estimator Position

For over seven decades investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating and industrial/commercial services.

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for electrical and telecommunications construction projects. This role is responsible for analyzing project requirements, coordinating with stakeholders, and supporting pre-construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for materials and labor related to electrical and telecommunications systems
• Manage and coordinate bid information among clients, general contractors, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Prepare and distribute scope letters and project quotations
• Follow up with clients regarding submitted proposals and bid opportunities
• Assist Project Managers during the pre-construction phase
• Support senior estimators on large and complex estimates

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of the electrical trade and general construction practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong general computer skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and contract documents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with B2W Estimate estimating software (preferred but not required)
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu software (preferred but not required)
• Ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously
• Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail

Benefits/Culture

Today, we are listed among Engineering News-Records Top 150 Specialty Contracting firms. Our success is based on our customers confidence in us; the loyalty, hard work and performance of our people; and the traditions with which Mr. Davis H. Elliot began the company in 1946. We understand that having the best team requires people being treated like family. Some of the benefits we offer our team include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance w/ additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K w/ company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• State and Federally accredited Lineman Apprenticeship program
• Paid Vacation
• Servant Leadership Training
• Uniforms and PPE provided